Head Resourcing are partnering with a Fintech company with a 30+ year history and a mission to connect the Financial Services industry. Due to continue growth they are looking for an automation tester to join the testing team which is responsible for building and maintaining a number of services. In the role you will be responsible for test planning, execution and reporting across specific development projects and maintenance releases.
Key Responsibilities include.
* Carry out all aspects of test planning, estimation, creation, execution and reporting across specific development projects and maintenance releases;
* Deliver all test planning and execution activities to the budget, timescales and quality criteria of the relevant development project or maintenance release;
* Manage all risks associated with the testing and take preventative action when any risks become unacceptable;
* Manage the quality and integrity of all testing activities and adherence to test strategy, policies, standards and processes.
* Analysis of requirements and creation of test resources;
* Execution of tests, both manual and automated;
* Test activity reporting;
* Tracking and management of defects;
* System and User Acceptance Test management
* Participate in daily Standup meetings, Sprint Planning, Backlog review and Retrospective meetings.
* Provide functionality demo to product owner
In order to be successful in the role, candidates ideally need,
* 3+ years' experience in Test Planning, Design and Execution;
* Formal testing qualification (ISEB/ISTQB) at Foundation Level;
* Experience of recognised Test Management tools;
* Experience of API testing
* Experience of automated testing (Selenium) and Cypress
* Skilled in Agile delivery methods
* Experience in the Financial Services industry is desirable - preferably with a working knowledge of the Life and Pensions and / or Fund Management sectors.
This is a unique opportunity in the market that offers hybrid working and a great overall package which include a bonus of 10% and an 11% non-contribution pension.
